Your Future In Restaurants Starts Here
We are dedicated to changing lives and uplifting communitiesThe National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation empowers people from all backgrounds with the training and education they need to secure a better future. We do this through the vast opportunities offered in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry.
Our Work
ProStart®
ProStart is a nationwide, two-year high school program that reaches more than 1214,000 students in over 2,100 high schools across every U.S. state, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia.
Rachael Ray ProStart Grow Grants
ProStart high schools across the country can win a $5,000 grant to make a difference for their educators, students and community, thanks to The Rachael Ray Foundation (RRF).
Scholarships
Each year, we award more than $1 million in scholarships to hundreds of individuals pursuing a post-secondary degree in the restaurant, foodservice, and hospitality industry. Applications for 2025-26 open January 15, 2025.
HOPES
Hospitality Opportunities For People (Re)Entering Society helps put justice-involved individuals on a path to employment and independence.
Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance
An affiliate of NRAEF, MFHA provides tailored solutions and guidance that draw from a broad range of best practices, research, DEI partnerships, and expertise in current and emerging social issues.
Latest News
Restaurant Industry Changemakers Honored for Their Commitment to People-Focused Leadership
The 2024 Restaurants Advance Leadership Awards celebrate industry visionaries who are dedicated to giving back and advancing opportunity for all.
Leading with Purpose: Erika Cospy Carr Named Next Head of the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA)
Carr will bring cross-industry experience to MFHA’s restaurant and hospitality-focused diversity and inclusion efforts
Upcoming Events
Throughout the year, NRAEF hosts and participates in numerous events, including trainings, webinars, competitions, conferences, award galas, and industry events.
Fueling Opportunity. Launching Careers.
Support our mission to feed dreams and build futures in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry. 100% of every dollar you donate will directly support the mission of the Foundation.
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